EVENTS CALENDAR Oct. 31st - Nov. 6th

EVENTS CALENDAR

OCTOBER 31^st – NOVEMBER 6^th 2011

MONDAY Oct. 31^st

Halloween Howl for Tots: This is a fun and interactive Halloween party for you and your tots! Games, crafts and healthy treats make it a fun time for everyone. Costumes required! This party is for ages 18 months to 3 years plus one adult. Cost is FREE! 3-4pm at Strathcona Gardens. 250-287-9234.

Skate & Scare: Wear your costume for free entry to skate and participate in fun Halloween activities like the "mummy wrap," "pass the pumpkin," messy crafts, and more! Guaranteed to be lots of family fun! All ages welcome! 4-6pm at Strathcona Gardens. 250-287-9234.

Open Stage Night: Every Monday at Serious Coffee is Open Stage Night from 6-9pm. For more information please call 250-923-1312.

TUESDAY Nov. 1^st

WEDNESDAY Nov. 2^nd

Annual Pumpkin Smash: Join the Comox Strathcona Waste Management service, the City of Campbell River and the Carihi Green Team to keep tons of organic waste out of our local landfill by having a smashing good time! This is a fun event for the whole family, enter to win prizes, enjoy refreshments and "SMASH" your jack-o-lantern. These pumpkins will be turned into rich compost instead of becoming ghoulish waste. In the Strathcona Gardens parking lot from 12 – 5pm.

CR Garden Club Event: Join the Campbell River Garden Club for a double feature with a wreath-making demonstration and a slide show featuring gardens, both local and abroad. Visitors welcome. Annual memberships available. The Campbell River Garden Club is a forum for the gathering and sharing local and expert gardening knowledge and materials during regular meetings, visits to gardens and nurseries, special projects and associated social events. We’re growing! New members welcome. Cost for event is $2. http://www.campbellrivergardenclub.com/ and, now you can follow us on Facebook too!

Island’s Bounty ~ Cheddar & Co. Cooking Class: We live in the place of abundance; let’s learn to cook with ingredients that are close to home. Seafood, mushroom, berries, local bison and cheese will be on the menu for this class. This will be an Island feast! You will be surprised what’s culinary food finds are so close to home and how it will enhance your awareness of the bounty that surround us. Class starts at 6:00pm. Cost is $65 per person. For more information or to register please cal Cheddar & Co. at 250-830-0244.

THURSDAY Nov. 3^rd

Pro-D Day Toonie Swim: Pro-D Day Toonie swim from 1-3pm. For more information please call Strathcona Gardens at 250-287-9234.

Ladies Night at Cornerstone Gifts:Featuring spot prizes every 1/2 hour, free refreshments and door crashing sale prices. Draw your own discount at the till and receive 10-30%off most regular priced items in the store. 3:00-9:00pm. Cornerstone Gifts is located inside the Campbell River Common shopping centre.

FRIDAY Nov. 4^th

Babysitter on Skates: Parents! This is your chance to enjoy an evening out while your kids spend Friday night with their friends skating, playing games, face painting, doing arts and crafts and making a snack to enjoy while winding down to a movie. Cost is $15. 6-11pm.  To register please call Strathcona Gardens at 250-287-9234.

April Verch Trio ~ Tidemark Theatre: When you see April Verch perform, the first thing that strikes you is the pure energy that infuses her fiddle playing and step dancing. When you listen to her though, what draws you in are more subtle things-her pure voice, the finely detailed elegance of her fiddle phrasing and the depth of a repertoire that ranges through material from bluegrass to Brazilian to Celtic, from a jaunty Canadian folksong to a poignant contemporary ballad. Her high energy brand of musicianship inevitably brings audiences to their feet, whether at a folk festival in Finland, a bluegrass festival in Oklahoma, a Celtic festival in California, or the Tidemark Theatre in Campbell River. 7:30pm. Tickets on sale now at the Tidemark Theatre $27.

Storm Game: Bring the whole family out to Strathcona Gardens and cheer on the Campbell River Storm as they take on the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. Puck drops at 7:30pm sharp. Go Storm! http://www.campbellriverstorm.com/

A Bridge to Africa: Campbell River's Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign invites you to spend an evening with guest speaker Shannan Brown as she shares for the first time her experiences volunteering in Tanzania. The evening will also include a screening of the film "How the Tide is Turning", refreshments, and a marketplace offering Kazuri jewellry.  The event begins at 7 pm at the Timberline Theatre. Admission is by donation to the Stephen Lewis Foundation, an organization which raises money to provide support to African grandmothers and their grandchildren, who have been orphaned by HIV/AIDS.

SATURDAY Nov. 5^th

Campbell River Genealogy Society Fundraiser : A fundraising event to help support the Genealogy Society. The evening will feature a buffet dinner, trivia night, along with live auctions, silent auctions plus plenty of fun! For more information about the Campbell River Genealogy Society and their events contact 250-286-8042.

The Met: Live in HD ~ Siegfried: Wagner SIEGRIED. 9am. For more information please call Showcase 5 Cinemas at 250-287-3233.

SPCA Book Sale: Time to reuse, recycle and replace, at the same time helping the animals in need in our shelter. We gratefully accept good used fictional pocket books. They can be dropped off at the shelter. 10:00am to 4:00pm in the Old Movie Gallery location at Merecroft Plaza. For more information please call 250-286-6131.

Christmas Bazaar: Crafts and gifts, homemade quilts, knitting, crocheting and home baking. Pottery and painting show upstairs. 10-1pm at the Community Centre. For more information please call 250-286-1161.

Curved Spoon Faces ~ Super Saturday Art Class: Grab a spoon and get drawing! Look at the back of a provided spoon, and then draw what you see. These silly self-portraits are guaranteed to get you giggling! 1-3pm at the Art Gallery. Admission is by donation. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. For more information please call 250-287-2261.

FREE Community Meal: The CR Vineyard Church will be hosting a free community meal. Doors open at 3:30pm, dinner served at 4:00pm. The CR Vineyard Church is located across the street from the Haig-Brown House.

Holiday Pottery Sale & Show: Featuring the work of potters from Campbell River, Quadra Island and the Comox Valley. From 11-4pm at the Sportsplex.

SUNDAY Nov. 6^th

EVENTS CALENDAR - Oct. 24th - 30th 2011

EVENTS CALENDAR

OCTOBER 24^th – 30^th 2011

MONDAY Oct. 24^th

Open Stage Night: Every Monday at Serious Coffee is Open Stage Night from 6-9pm. For more information please call 250-923-1312.

TUESDAY Oct. 25^th

Gourmet Dinner Inn ~ Cooking Class: Make your kitchen 5 star, learn easy professional techniques and take the ordinary to extraordinary making your next dinner party the subject of all your facebook friends. Learn menu planning to seasoning, slice and dicing, roasting and braising just like the pros. This class is a must for those who want to up the ante and push their culinary skills. Class starts at 6pm. Cost is $65 per person. For more information or to register please call Cheddar & Co at

250-830-0244.

WEDNESDAY Oct. 26^th

Thai 1 On ~ Cheddar & Co. Cooking Class: This introductory class on Thai cooking is for anyone who loves Southeast Asian food. Exotic spices, pastes and combinations that can be intimating, will be simplified for you with expert guidance. This healthy cuisine is inspiring and makes for flair at any guest or family table. Class starts at 6:00pm.  Cost is $65 per person. For more information please call Cheddar & Co. at 250-830-0244.

THURSDAY Oct. 27^th

8 Ball Pool Tournament:

Pier Street

Billiards at 7:00pm. psbilliards@shaw.ca 250-914-1122

Community Foundation Annual Fall Dinner: Our fundraiser features a gourmet meal in the warm and friendly atmosphere of the Maritime Heritage Centre. We have much to celebrate this year. To add to the evening, the silent auction will feature several original works of art donated by an estate. We are proud to have CIBC as our lead sponsor. Their support of our efforts is greatly appreciated.  Tickets are on sale now through the Board members or by calling the Foundation office 250-203-7707. Tickets are $100 each with 50% of the ticket price available as a tax receipt. Come out for a night of fun and excellent food in support of your community. This event provides the core funding for the Foundation's annual operating expenses. Your attendance guarantees another great year ahead. 

FRIDAY Oct. 28^th

Storm Game: Bring the whole family out to Strathcona Gardens and cheer on the Campbell River Storm as they take on the Oceanside Generals. Puck drops at 7:30pm sharp. Go Storm! Adult tickets still only $10, children only $7.

Halloween Karaoke: CR Legion at 7:30pm – wear your costumes! 250-286-6831

Halloween Fun Swim: Dive in for a night of frightful family fun with games, prizes, and a floating skeleton game! Costumes are optional but remember your bathing suit! FREE. At Strathcona Gardens from 6:30 – 8:00pm. 250-287-9234

5^th Annual CR Fall Home Expo 2011: Building, renovation, and décor. At the Sportsplex from 6-9pm. FREE. www.homeshowtime.com

SATURDAY Oct. 29^th

Halloween Howl: All-Star Blues Band with Sam Hurrie & Ron Campbell; costume Prizes, At the Royal Coachman Pub 9:00pm. $10 at the door or buy in advance: 250-286-0231.

Learn to Carve Pumpkins like a Pro: Have the best pumpkin on the block this Hallowe’en!  Master carver Bill Henderson will be at the Museum on Saturday, October 29 from 1-3pm to assist aspiring artists with creating a one- of-a- kind Jack O’Lantern.  Bring your own pumpkin and carving tools, and take this opportunity to get some tips from an expert.  Cost is $5 per person. For more information or to register please call the Museum at 250-287-3103.

Vamp & Werewolf Theme Party: Dance & Skating Party: Skate, dance, karaoke and lip sync to your favorite Vampire and Werewolf tracks from Teen Wolf, Vampire Diaries and the Twilight Saga. Fun TV/movie trivia game based on these series. Skate rentals and pizza included in price. Ages 6-12yrs from 6-9pm at Strathcona Gardens. 10$.

250-287-9234

Jim Byrnes & The Sojourners: The deeply soulful combination of Jim Byrnes & The Sojourners will take you on a journey you will want to trip through again and again!

Tidemark Theatre at 7:30pm. $35/adult, $30/member, $15/student. 250-287-7465

5^th Annual CR Fall Home Expo 2011: Building, renovation, and décor. At the Sportsplex from 9:30am-5:30pm. FREE. www.homeshowtime.com

An Evening with David Essig: $15.00 Per Ticket. Limited Reserve Tickets Only. Tickets available at Nesbitt's Island Coffee - 1140 Shoppers Row, Campbell River. Call

250-287-4487 or email NesCoast@shaw.ca for more information.

Visit the Haunted Hotel October 29 & 30 : If you don’t think the Museum is haunted with ghosts from the past, then you haven’t visited at Hallowe’en.  Be sure to see the old Willows Hotel come back to life for this special occasion, with eerie visions and creepy sounds, and see what surprises await you around the corner! 2-4pm both days.  A toonie for admission.

Halloween Party with Sweet Tease Burlesque:…and The Skunk Hollow Band! Come party with them to support the Willow Point Hall Heritage Status Fund. Saturday, October 29th at the Willow Point Lions Hall. Doors open at 7:30pm, Burlesque show is at 8:30 with dance to follow. There will be COSTUME prizes so dress up… after all it's Halloween! Tickets are $15.00 in advance/$20.00 at the door.  Pick them up at Classy Katz and Quench Bistro.

SUNDAY Oct. 30^th

5^th Annual CR Fall Home Expo 2011: Building, renovation, and décor. At the Sportsplex from 10am-4:30pm. FREE. www.homeshowtime.com

Visit the Haunted Hotel October 29 & 30 : If you don’t think the Museum is haunted with ghosts from the past, then you haven’t visited at Hallowe’en.  Be sure to see the old Willows Hotel come back to life for this special occasion, with eerie visions and creepy sounds, and see what surprises await you around the corner! 2-4pm both days.  A toonie for admission.

Eagles Flea Market: Last one of the year! Sunday, October 30th from 9am-noon.

1999 14th Avenue

. Tables for rent at $10.00 each. Contact Neil Baldwin after 5pm at 250-287-9136.

Do YOU have an event that you would like us to post? Contact us and we would be glad to add it to our listing. We post our events every Monday for the week. Be sure to mention the venue, time, information for tickets, as well as a contact number!

Campbell River Visitor Centre

1235 Shoppers Row

Tel: 250-830-0411 ex.1

Fax: 250-286-6948

Email: info@visitorcentre.ca

EVENTS CALENDAR Oct. 17th - 23rd 2011

EVENTS CALENDAR

OCTOBER 17^th – 23^rd 2011

MONDAY Oct. 17th

RCMP Red Serge Pasta Dinner & Halloween Fun: Come down and enjoy a pasta dinner along with some Halloween fun! At the Eagles Hall from 5-11pm. 250-203-1254

Open Stage Night: Every Monday at Serious Coffee is Open Stage Night from 6-9pm. For more information please call 250-923-1312.

WEDNESDAY Oct. 19th

Jam Session: From 6:30 – 9:00pm at Serious Coffee every Wednesday evening a group of musicians sit around and share music in and informal, relaxed setting. Everyone is welcome to come and join in or just sit and listen. For more info: 250-923-1312.

Seafood Cookery ~ Cooking Class

Living on the coast we have the best the sea has to offer. This class will teach you how to prepare fish and shellfish highlighting its delicate texture and flavor. Paella, crab cakes and halibut papillote are some menu items that will be featured. Class begins at 6:00pm and runs for approximately 2 hours. Cost is $65 per person. For more information or to register please call Cheddar & Co at 250-830-0244.

THURSDAY Oct. 20th

Shania Twin, Ultimate Tribute to Shania Twain: Donna Huber was surprised and pleased when she started to receive compliments from strangers commenting on how she looks like "Shania Twain". Even Shania Twain had commented that after seeing a poster of Donna, "I thought that was me!!! Donna is the best 'Shania Twain Tribute out there."

Donna has been on the road since March of 1996 as the most successful Tribute Act in Canada and throughout the United States and Europe. At the Tidemark Theatre -7:30pm. $32.50/person.

250-287-7465

Shakeout BC: Drop, Cover & Hold On; Largest Earthquake drill in Canadian History. Starts at 10:20am!

Kayak Polo: At Strathcona Gardens. Ages 16 + from 9-10pm. $10/person 250-287-9234

Steve Bell in Concert: Steve Bell will be playing at the Discovery Community Church. Doors open at 6pm. $15/person. Tickets available by calling Discovery Community Church at 250-2878786 or at Cornerstone Gifts, Books & Music. 250-287-8786

http://www.stevebell.com/

FRIDAY Oct. 21st

Pro-D Day Toonie Swim/Skate: Strathcona Gardens from 1-3pm. 250-287-9234

Open Mic Night: From 7:00pm – 10:00pm at Serious Coffee. Come in and sign up to perform or just come and enjoy an evening of amazing local talent. All ages welcome. Come early to get a seat...this is a very popular event. For more information please call 250-923-1312.

Pond Hockey Tourney: 5 twenty-minute games, Pizza lunch, snacks, juice and prizes! Bring basic hockey gear, running shoes and a water bottle. At Strathcona Gardens from 9am – 3pm. Ages 4-10yrs. $45/person. 250-287-9234 ext. 231

Kids Quest: Bring your skating gear, swim gear and your lunch. $30/day at Strathcona Gardens. Ages 5 -12yrs. From 8:30am – 4:30pm. Pre-register 250-287-9234

Swim to Survive: Fun and education, a 1-day water survival workshop. Offered to teach children necessary self-rescue skills in and around the water. From 10am – 3pm at Strathcona Gardens. Ages 7-11, $25/child. 250-287-9234.

SATURDAY Oct. 22^nd                                                                            

Museum Fundraiser Dance: Cash Bar by Kinsmen (drive home service offered,) Music by Reunion; this dance is a major Fundraiser for the Museum~ Doors open at 8pm.Tickets: $25/person, drop in to the Museum or call 250-287-3103.

Country Blend; Tribute to Old Country Legends: Traditional Country Music and Country Gospel. Country Blend is a high energy group full of rhythm, great harmony and fantastic piano playing. At the Tidemark Theatre, starts at 7:30pm. $23.50/person.

250-287-7465

Lego Day – Something Spooky: Use your imagination to create a frightening Lego masterpiece from the hundreds of Lego pieces in the Museum collection. Great fun for everyone! At the CR Museum. $5/child ages 4+. 250-287-3103

Mystifying Masks ~ Super Saturday Art Class: Get in the Halloween spirit with this creative mask-making activity! Use paper plates, string, paint, felts and more to create your very own mystifying mask! Admission is by donation. All material provided. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. From 1 – 3pm. For more information please call the CR Art Gallery. 250-287-2261.

Nuyumbalees Society Annual Fundraiser: Will be held at Quinsam Hall in Campbell River on Saturday October 22, 2011 and will feature a Deluxe Seafood Buffet. If you would like to show your support, purchase a ticket to attend or to donate an auction item, please call Carol Ann or Heather at

250-285-2042.

Elvis Elite Show: at the Campbell River Legion @ 7pm. Tickets $20/person at the lounge.

250-286-6831

Art of the Paddle & More: The CR Hospice will be joining the BraveHearts Dragon Boat Team for a Live Auction of 4’ cedar paddles; paintings; and sculptures. $15/person. Maritime Heritage Centre from 6:30 – 10pm. 250-286-1121

Website Workshop: This one-day workshop will have you up and running on your own website before you leave the class.
Also included in the cost is your domaine name registration and one year’s hosting by iCare Consulting. Cost is $200. Please contact the Arts Council at 250-923-0213 or admin@crarts.ca to register.

Inclusion & Friends ~ East Africa Famine Relief: Join us for an evening with Inclusion and Friends Eric Benson and Red House. 7-10pm at the Community Centre.  Admission is by donation and refreshments available. Hope to see you there. If you wish to donate but can't come please call

250-923-5654.

Slopstacle Fun: At Strathcona Gardens from 2-4pm. All ages welcome, regular admission.

250-287-9234

SUNDAY Oct. 23rd

Storm Game: Bring the whole family out to Strathcona Gardens and cheer on the Campbell River Storm as they take on the Saanich Braves. Starts at 7:00pm. Go Storm! Adult tickets $10, children only $7.

Bridal Showcase: Door prizes, special displays, fashion shows, gift bags for every bride and more! From 12-5pm at the Eagles Hall. FREE Admission for all brides and 1 guest. Pre-register http://www.welcomewagon.ca/ 250-287-4940

Cameryn’s Cause Autumn Farm Photo Fundraiser:. You will receive a 5x7 print with a $20.00 minimum donation per sitting. They are also offering 4x6 prints for $20…great for Christmas cards! All proceeds will go to Cameryn’s Cause. There will be hot chocolate and snacks. No need to book in just show up, first come basis. From 12:00pm - 4:00 at 1500 Evergreen Pick up will be on November 3rd 12-6 @ 1500 Evergreen. *BIG thank you to Photo Tech Fotosource*

Do YOU have an event that you would like us to post? Contact us and we would be glad to add it to our listing. We post our events every Monday for the week. Be sure to mention the venue, time, information for tickets, as well as a contact number!

Campbell River Visitor Centre

1235 Shoppers Row

Tel: 250-830-0411 ex.1

Fax: 250-286-6948

Email: info@visitorcentre.ca

EVENTS CALENDAR Oct. 10th - 16th

EVENTS CALENDAR

OCTOBER 10^th – 16^th 2011

MONDAY Oct. 10th

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

TUESDAY Oct. 11^th

Discovery Toastmasters: At the Community Centre Room #1 from 12:00pm – 1:00pm. 250-287-3352

WEDNESDAY Oct. 12^th

Chamber Business Expo: Don’t miss local business exhibitors showcasing services, products and business support in the 2011 Campbell River Chamber Business Expo. This is a free event on Wednesday, October 12. 2-8 pm in the CR Community Centre. Business exhibitors include Investors Group, Web Sense Solutions, Coastal Airlines, Capacity Forest Management, 99.7 The River, and many, many more!  There will also be free on site business workshops. To reserve your exhibit space call 250-287-4636.

Jam Session: From 6:30 – 9:00pm at Serious Coffee every Wednesday evening a group of musicians sit around and share music in and informal, relaxed setting. Everyone is welcome to come and join in or just sit and listen. For more info: 250-923-1312.

THURSDAY Oct. 13^th

Thursday Night Buffet Dinner: Every Thursday night at the Coachman is buffet dinner night. This week’s theme is “Curry House”.  Get all your friends together for a great night out. For more information or reservations please call 250-286-0231.

Jam Session: Every Thursday at the Elks Lounge,

516 South Dogwood Street

at 7:30 they are jammin’.  Bring your instruments & friends. This evening is hosted by Pat Palmer of the Musician’s Trading Post.

Island Phoenix Acappella: Be a part of this happy-go-lucky sisterhood of women who love to make good music. At

210 Beech St.

from 7:00pm – 9:30pm. 250-923-0101

FRIDAY Oct. 14^th

Storm Game: Bring the whole family out to Strathcona Gardens and cheer on the Campbell River Storm as they take on the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. Puck drops at 7:30pm sharp. Go Storm! Adult tickets still only $10, children only $7.

Family Pizza & Movie Night: Enjoy a relaxing skate on the leisure ice watching a family movie. All movies will be rated G or PG. Admission includes 2 slices of Ryan’s Pizzeria Pizza and a juice box. At Strathcona Gardens from 5:15 – 8:00pm. 4$/child or 10$/family. 250-287-9234

Ellisa Hartman; VI “Song of the Year” Nominee: Royal Coachman Carriage Room at 6:30pm, all ages. $15 advance at the Music Plant & Sundance Java Bar. $20 at the door. Includes appies. Ellisahartman.com 250-286-0231

Anne of Green Gables: A musical retelling of the Canadian classic performed by Rainbow Youth Theatre. Sid Williams Theatre in Courtenay at 7:30pm. $18/adult, $16/youth and senior. rainbowtheatre.com. 250-890-0477

Oct. 14^th & 15^th - Wine Pairing with Desert Hills Estate Winery: Plan to join us at the Dolphins Resort October 14 & October 15 for a Wine Pairing Dinner with Desert Hills Estate Winery. Wine Pairing Dinner $89 per person. Accommodation package now available! 2 nights, including accommodation, the wine pairing dinner one night and breakfast both mornings. Starting at $289 per person. For reservations or inquiries please call 250-287-3066.

Open Mic Night: From 7:00pm – 10:00pm at Serious Coffee. Come in and sign up to perform or just come and enjoy an evening of amazing local talent. All ages welcome. Come early to get a seat...this is a very popular event. For more info: 250-923-1312.

SATURDAY Oct. 15^th

Pumpkin Fest! at

Spirit Square

from 11:00-3:00pm. 

Let's have fun between harvest and Hallowe'en!   Big PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST, pumpkin men, even pumpkin smashing!   LIVE bluegrass music with MISSION HILL BAND! Thanks to our sponsor, TYEE PLAZA.

Magical Fairies & Elves Day: Make wings, decorate magic wands and crowns, learn the elf dance and take a big splash in the mystical leisure pool. Enjoy some tasty fairy morsels and elf approved snacks. This will be a great afternoon full of imagination and fun for children 7 and under. Parents are encouraged to stay and play.

Cost is regular admission.  12:30-2pm at Strathcona Gardens. For more information please call 250-287-9234.

Jim Byrnes and the Sojourners: When Marcus Mosely, Will Sanders and Ron Small went into the studio to do background vocals for blues legend Jim Byrnes' latest Juno Award winning album, House of Refuge, the gospel trio took on an identity of its own. Dubbed by Byrnes as The Sojourners, they have developed a significant following as a result of ongoing critical acclaim from the CD and ensuing public performances. The deeply soulful combination of Jim Byrnes and The Sojourners will take you on a journey you will want to trip through again and again! Tickets are $35 and available now at the Tidemark Theatre Box Office.

The McPherson Trio: The Campbell River Friends of Music are sponsoring a concert with the McPherson Trio at the Trinity Presbyterian Church. Concert starts at 7:30pm. Tickets on sale now at the Visitor Centre for $20.

Good Ol’ Gospel Sing Along: At the Discovery Community Church at 7:00pm.

Zumba Fundraiser: Have a blast learning to Zumba, everyone welcome all ages and skill levels. Cr Vineyard Church at 7:00pm. 250-286-3372.

SUNDAY Oct. 16^th

Extreme Sports Challenge: Plan for a fun afternoon of crazy sport challenges. Bobsledding, speed skating, ice soccer, ice golf, ice darts and ice skiing. Bring your helmet! There will be a bunch of goofy prizes for the brave winter to choose from. At Strathcona Gardens. $5.50/adult, $2.75/child from 3:00pm – 5:30pm.

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In Concert: Sarah Hagen: Is a sought-after soloist and chamber musician, performing in concerts across Canada as well as in the USA, France, Italy, Germany and Sweden. Her interpretations have been described as “outstandingly inventive” performed with “infinite skill.” info@sarahhagen.com. At the Trinity Presbyterian Church at 2:00pm. $20/adult, $10/student.

Do YOU have an event that you would like us to post? Contact us and we would be glad to add it to our listing. We post our events every Monday for the week. Be sure to mention the venue, time, information for tickets, as well as a contact number!

Campbell River Visitor Centre

1235 Shoppers Row

Tel: 250-830-0411 ex.1

Fax: 250-286-6948

Email: info@visitorcentre.ca

EVENTS CALENDAR - Oct. 3rd - 9th 2011

EVENTS CALENDAR

OCTOBER 3^rd – 9^th 2011

MONDAY Oct. 3^rd

Open Stage Night: Every Monday at Serious Coffee is Open Stage Night from 6-9pm. For more information please call 250-923-1312.

TUESDAY Oct. 4^th

Thoughts are Things ~ (until Oct. 25^th) A great children’s art class. Children will learn how to tap into their creative source through a series of hands-on art mak­ing activities. This class is for children ages 7-12.  For more information or registration please call the Campbell River Art Gallery at 250-287-2261.

Open Studio ~ (until Nov. 8^th)  Bring your favourite art making tools, and work with other artists as you paint, sketch or sculpt from live models. Note that you can pre-register for four sessions and pay the remainder as drop-in, or pay a drop-in rate for each session. Fee: 4-punch card - $40 + HST; drop-in fee: $12. For more info: Campbell River Art Gallery at 250-287-2261.

Interfaith Project Open House: Find out about our Interfaith education plans for youth in Campbell River & how you can get involved! Tuesday, October 4, 2011, 7:00 - 8:00pm
Robron Centre Library,

740 Robron Rd.

250 830-0171 moss.dance@crmisa.ca
Presented by Youth 4 Diversity!

Discovery Toastmasters: Community Centre Room #1 from 12pm – 1:00pm.

250-287-3352.

WEDNESDAY Oct. 5^th

Led ZepAgain: "It's As Close As you'll Ever Get to the Real Deal." Led Zepagain's show features all of the Zeppelin highlights, from the high energy electric classics, beautiful acoustic works; soaring leads on the double-neck guitar, brilliant keyboard passages, the high Robert Plant screams and those trademark pounding rhythms. For more info: www.zepagain.com Starts at 7:30pm at the Tidemark Theatre. Tickets - $35.00.

Jam Session: From 6:30 – 9:00pm at Serious Coffee every Wednesday evening a group of musicians sit around and share music in and informal, relaxed setting. Everyone is welcome to come and join in or just sit and listen. For more info: 250-923-1312.

Garlic Lovers ~ Cooking Class: This class is for the faint of heart; actually it’s good for it. This class will feature the beloved and stinky medicinal bulb we know as garlic. We will feature this ingredient in all the recipes, spanning the globe to understand why it is so highly regarded in the culinary world. 6-8pm at Cheddar & Co. To register please call the 250-850-0244 or stop by the shop at 1090 Shoppers Row.

CR Garden Club ~ Rhodo Presentation: Join the Campbell River Garden Club for a presentation on rhododendrons by local rhodo expert, Paul Wurz. The CR Garden Club is a forum for the gathering and sharing local and expert gardening knowledge and materials during regular meetings, visits to gardens and nurseries, special projects and associated social events. We’re growing! New members welcome. (Annual memberships $20 individual, $30 couple and $25 corporate). Cost for this presentation is $2. 7-9pm at the Baptist Church (260 S. Dogwood).

THURSDAY Oct. 6^th

14^th Annual Island Fever Travel Fair: You are invited! Walk around the world at Island Fever's Travel and Cruise evening. Tickets are complimentary at Island Fever office or $5 per person at the door. For more information please call 250-287-3221 or email info@islandfevertravel.com.

ShoreRunners Ladies Night: Attention running divas! Join your fellow running divas for conversations about Moving Comfort bras, clothing, shoes and cancer prevention. Also, meet new running partners and enjoy snacks and beverages. Thursday, October 6, 2011. 6:30-8:30pm at ShoreRunners

1371 Greenwood St

.

Jam Session: Every Thursday at the Elks Lounge,

516 South Dogwood Street

at 7:30 they are jammin’.  Bring your instruments & friends. This evening is hosted by Pat Palmer of the Musician’s Trading Post.

Kayak Polo: Strathcona Gardens from 9:00 – 10:00pm. Ages 16+, 10$ per person.

250-287-9234

Island Phoenix Accappella: Be a part of this happy-go-lucky sisterhood of women who love to make good music. 210 Beech St. 7 – 9:30pm. 250-923-0101

FRIDAY Oct. 7^th

The Irish Rovers: For more than four decades, The Irish Rovers have charmed and entertained audiences around the world. They are still passionate about performing and will continue to tour and entertain their legions of fans. Like the Unicorn, the Rovers are legendary and magical. For more info... www.irishrovers.info Starts at 7:30pm at the Tidemark Theatre. Tickets – $45/adult $20/student $40/member. 250-287-7465 x.1

Storm Game: Bring the whole family out to Strathcona Gardens and cheer on the Campbell River Storm as they take on the Peninsula Panthers. Puck drops at 7:30pm sharp! Go Storm!

Babysitters on Skates: Parents! This is your chance to enjoy an evening out while your kids spend Friday night with their friends skating, playing games, face painting, doing arts and crafts and making a snack to enjoy while winding down to a movie. Pre-register early! Cost is $15 per child and includes skate rental. 6:00 – 11:00pm. For more information please call 250-287-9234.

Open Mic Night: From 7:00pm – 10:00pm at Serious Coffee. Come in and sign up to perform or just come and enjoy an evening of amazing local talent. All ages welcome. Come early to get a seat...this is a very popular event. For more information please call 250-923-1312.

Live Music: Live music at the Heriot Bay Inn on Quadra Island. Take Friday nights off for this weekly event! Come early for dinner in the Pub and stay late at the Historic Heriot Bay Inn.  For the performance line-up and specials contact 250-285-3322.

Strictly Ballroom: Practice, Dance, Socialize. At the Sportsplex from 7 – 8:30pm.

$2 Drop In. 250-923-7043

SATURDAY Oct. 8^th

Open Mic Night: You are invited to Open Mic at the HBI Pub on Quadra Island with the affable and talented host Mo Davenport is every Saturday evening 9pm-12pm. Bring your instrument or voice, and share the stage and your energy.

Comox Valley Farmers Market: 9:00am – 12:00 on Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds.

UFC 136 – Edgar vs. Maynard III: Boston Pizza 250-286-6120/ King of the Rock @ 6:00pm. 250-287-6221

Do YOU have an event that you would like us to post? Contact us and we would be glad to add it to our listing. We post our events every Monday for the week. Be sure to mention the venue, time, information for tickets, as well as a contact number!

Campbell River Visitor Centre

1235 Shoppers Row

Tel: 250-830-0411 ex.1

Fax: 250-286-6948

Email: info@visitorcentre.ca